No, Depression is Not a Normal Part of Aging

11/13/23 • 40 min

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Take charge of your mental health and recognize the difference between feeling "down" and clinical depression.....This episode brings to light a topic that is often overlooked - mental health among the elderly, with our highly esteemed guest, Amanda Marker. She's not just the director of business development for Windmoor Healthcare, but also a licensed mental health counselor.
While age is just a number, it seems the world often forgets that. We examine the darker side of ageism, observing how it can lead to depression, isolation, and increased suicide risk.
To end on a positive note, we explore the steps to improve mental health in seniors. As the holiday season approaches, we also address the deep-seated stigma surrounding mental health and how to manage it.
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In today's enlightening conversation with Kerri Shaver, a certified dementia practitioner at FitMinds, we dive deep into the realm of cognitive stimulation for seniors. We answer what is cognitive stimulation and cognitive coaching and how it can benefit your everyday life or someone you know.

We venture into the world of cognitive coaching and discuss the customization offered to suit individual needs. Kerri enlightens us with inspiring success stories that reveal the power of cognitive stimulation and its impact on communication and quality of life. As we wrap up, we encourage anyone considering cognitive stimulation for their loved one to reach out and discover the difference it could make. Tune in to be part of this transformative conversation and gain insights into nurturing brain health.

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It's Not Every Day...Finding Joy & Fulfillment while Helping Seniors

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You can never underestimate the simple smile or conversation you may have with a senior who is in need of that simple smile or conversation. Meet Jackie, she is a senior herself and in her retirement decided to start working part time as a Home Care provider with Seniors Helping Seniors of Brevard and she shares how this life changing decision has impacted her life in a powerful and positive way.
Just to get started, Jackie talks about how it's not every day you hear about how music can stimulate cherished memories, leading to deep conversations, or the thrill of thrift shopping with the elderly. Jackie shares her first-hand experiences, emphasizing the significance of rapport and the strength of relationships formed when you're consistent in your caregiving role. Also, get ready for some insightful discussions about popular TV shows like the Golden Bachelor and their appeal to the elderly population.
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